Spectrum Adventure Team Practice
Mar
11

Spectrum Adventure Team Practice

It's our return to the brave tunnel hike and see what spring has brought us! With brave kids by your side, youll make it through the dark cave and meet coach on the other side! 

Wear: Layers!! Sneakers, hiking boots or shoes that can get wet.  No crocs or designer boots! Bring change of clothes (just in case)

Bring: Water bottle


PARENTS: THERE ARE 5 ENTRY POINTS TO THIS TRAIL SEPARARTED BY A GOLF COURSE AND GREEN SPACE. THE DIRECTIONS CAN BE CONFUSING TO THE TRAILHEAD.  LOOK AT THE MAP AND DIRECTIONS BEFORE YOU LEAVE.
Meet at the trailhead on Monterey Av--Please be on time (if you dont see me and HWY 13 on the left of you, you are not in the right location)

What to Wear? —Layers!

  • Athletic Clothes - capris or outgrown sweats w/the bottom trim cut (no bellbottoms or jeans)

  • Sneakers (not crocs or sandals)

  • Jacket

  • Cap works too!

  • Bring snack, water bottle/warm tea

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Spectrum Adventure Team Practice
Mar
25

Spectrum Adventure Team Practice

Field Day Hurray! 
Egg Run
Sack Jump
3 -legged Race
Dizzy Izzy
All Aboard! 


End of Spring S1.   Radical rest break  Mar 28-Apr 7. Office is closed during this time. Spring S2 starts Apr 8. Register online for S2 and dont miss out on summer camp 2025!

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Spectrum Team Practice
Dec
3

Spectrum Team Practice

It is Spectrum Team Tradition to hike through the tunnel at Bridgeview Tr. The newest of the team takes the challenge!  With brave kids by your side, youll make it through the dark cave and meet coach on the other side! 

Wear: Layers!! Sneakers, hiking boots or shoes that can get wet.  No crocs or designer boots! Bring change of clothes (just in case)

Bring: Water bottle


PARENTS: THERE ARE 5 ENTRY POINTS TO THIS TRAIL SEPARARTED BY A GOLF COURSE AND GREEN SPACE. THE DIRECTIONS CAN BE CONFUSING TO THE TRAILHEAD.  LOOK AT THE MAP AND DIRECTIONS BEFORE YOU LEAVE.
Meet at the trailhead on Monterey Av--Please be on time (if you dont see me and HWY 13 on the left of you, you are not in the right location)

What to Wear? —Layers!

  • Athletic Clothes - capris or outgrown sweats w/the bottom trim cut (no bellbottoms or jeans)

  • Sneakers (not crocs or sandals)

  • Jacket

  • Cap works too!

  • Bring snack, water bottle/warm tea

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Spectrum Team Practice
Nov
19

Spectrum Team Practice

Fundamentals and Footwork is magic when it all comes together. Now that we have going up and down on the slab, lets learn HOW to climb. Wear layers, bring/wear socks and sneakers. No crocs or slides. We will try on climbing shoes today!

What to Wear? —Layers!

  • Athletic Clothes - capris or outgrown sweats w/the bottom trim cut (no bellbottoms or jeans)

  • Sneakers (not crocs or sandals)

  • Jacket

  • Cap works too!

  • Bring snack, water bottle/warm tea

Radical Rest - 11/22-12/2 -Office is closed for holiday and Coach's birthday!!

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Spectrum Team Practice
Nov
12

Spectrum Team Practice

Spotter Ready?! Ready! Boulder?! Boulder On! We are heading up the hill to start our climbing module! Today we review safety, commands, pad placement and care while sending the slab and exploring easy boulders

What to Wear? —Layers!

  • Athletic Clothes - capris or outgrown sweats w/the bottom trim cut (no bellbottoms or jeans)

  • Sneakers (not crocs or sandals)

  • Jacket

  • Cap works too!

  • Bring snack, water bottle/warm tea

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Spectrum Team Practice
Nov
5

Spectrum Team Practice

Hula hoops, islands, ladders, hurdles, and moonball!  Spectrum Agility Training Day is fun!  Meet at Brooklyn Basin! 

Wear: athletic sneakers and athletic (loose fitting) clothes

Bring: yoga mat, water bottle, snack

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Spectrum Team Practice
Oct
29

Spectrum Team Practice

Fall S2 - starts today!

Who is ready for Taco Tuesday?  First we have to get busy with Toe-Tapping Tuesday!  Today we dive in to fitness training: 

Jump Roping
Step ups
Toe Taps
All the Jacks
Side swipes
And Burpees 

should all make room for Tacos!!

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Spectrum Team Practice
Oct
8

Spectrum Team Practice

Last practice of the session blends land and water as we say thank you to Oshun for holding our energy, keeping us safe.  We will take a beautiful hike at Shoreline Trail: Salt Marsh Overlook

Nature Arts Today!  If you have a cellphone, bring it!  Its ok if you dont, you will do more hands on nature work!

Wear:

  • Comfortable hiking shoes/sneakers

  • Layers

  • Bring:

  • Extra shoes and socks (just in case)

  • Favorite walking stick/walking poles

Last Practice of S1- Hope you had a wonderful time with Spectrum Adventure Team!

Radical rest break: 10/14-10/27. S2 starts 10/29. Register for next session, next season and summer camp 2025

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Spectrum Team Practice
Oct
1

Spectrum Team Practice

WHAT'SUP! Standup paddle boarding is water liberation! Our last practice on the water is full of independence and confidence! We will paddle out to the swimming hole and have a splash!

Wear-

  • Bathing suit under clothes to practice.  If participant is planning to use a wetsuit, limit frilly suits.  

  • Rash guards are great for cover up and protection. 

  • Aqua socks or strap back sandals are recommended.  

  • Sunscreen/hat

No crocs on the dock!

Bring-

  • Water bottle (strap or carabiner is highly recommended)

  • Towel

  • Change of dry clothes

Parents: Please allow for transition time before and after practice. Participants should use the bathroom, apply sunscreen and have bathing suits on prior to the start of practice. The shop is small, please do not bottleneck during transition. Allow for +10 mins for changing at the end of practice.

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Spectrum Team Practice
Sep
24

Spectrum Team Practice

Calm fall days leaves us all calm and full of joy! We are back on the water in single kayaks today!

Wear-

• Bathing suit under clothes to practice.  If participant is planning to use a wetsuit, limit frilly suits.  


• Rash guards are great for cover up and protection. 


• Aqua socks or strap back sandals are recommended.  


• Sunscreen/hat
 No crocs on the dock!



Bring-

• Water bottle (strap or carabiner is highly recommended)


• Towel


• Change of dry clothes


Parents: Arrive early if changing before practice is not feasible. Bathrooms are across from the corner of the SUP shop. Please allow for transition time before and after practice.

Participants should use the bathroom, apply sunscreen and have bathing suits on prior to the start of practice. The shop is small, please do not bottleneck during transition. Allow for +10 mins for changing at the end of practice. 

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Spectrum Team Practice
Sep
17

Spectrum Team Practice

Parents: Complete this waiver form for SeaTrek Paddle:

Let’s get on the water. Today we are kayaking after a ground stroke school review water entry/exit and clean up we double up to paddle the lagoon to learn Oakland donuts and paddling backwards!
 

Wear-    
•    Bathing suit under clothes to practice.  If participant is planning to use a wetsuit, limit frilly suits.  
    
•    Rash guards are great for cover up and protection. 
    
•    Aqua socks or strap back sandals are recommended.  
    
•    Sunscreen/hat
No crocs on the dock!

Bring-    
•    Water bottle (strap or carabiner is highly recommended)
    
•    Towel
    
•    Change of dry clothes
 

Parents: Arrive early if changing before practice is not feasible. Bathrooms are across from the corner of the SUP shop. Please allow for transition time before and after practice. 

Participants should use the bathroom, apply sunscreen and have bathing suits on prior to the start of practice. The shop is small, please do not bottleneck during transition. Allow for +10 mins for changing at the end of practice.

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Spectrum Team Practice - Fall S1 start
Sep
3

Spectrum Team Practice - Fall S1 start

The Fall Season Session 1 starts today! 

Get To Know You!

Today we are meeting at Roberts Regional Park (Madrone Grove) to get to know each other through team development games and activities.  

Very Warm Day! Drink plenty of water~

Shorts, cargo pants

Socks, sneakers/hiking shoes

Bring water bottle and snack.

Wear sunscreen

Parking-Inform the ranger at the kiosk if you are just dropping off.  If parents plan to stay, parking is $5. After transition, we invite you to take a hike and rest in the Redwoods during practice.  

Parent/driver pick up - please arrive on time for pick up

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Spectrum Adventure Team Practice
May
21

Spectrum Adventure Team Practice

Let's end the season and greet the summer with a new hike ALL AROUND ALAMEDA!  Bay Farm Island Loop Trail. According to All Trails, the look is 1.5hr!  Let's do it! 

Wear proper athletic sneakers.  Bring water/hydration. 

GPS Coordinates: 37.73890, -122.25812

Confirm attendance through Google Calendar

This ends the Spring Season S2. Make sure you are registered fall 2024 Spectrum Team and for one or both of our Spectrum Adventure Camps

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Spectrum Adventure Team Practice
May
14

Spectrum Adventure Team Practice

Back to the water! Today we are kayaking solo after a ground stroke school review water entry/exit and clean up we will paddle in the lagoon to learn Oakland donuts and paddling backwords!

Wear-

  • Bathing suit under clothes to practice.  If participant is planning to use a wetsuit, limit frilly suits.  

  • Rash guards are great for cover up and protection. 

  • Aqua socks or strap back sandals are recommended.  

  • Sunscreen/hat

No crocs on the dock!

Bring-

  • Water bottle (strap or carabiner is highly recommended)

  • Towel

  • Change of dry clothes

Parents: Arrive early if changing before practice is not feasible. Bathrooms are across from the corner of the SUP shop. Please allow for transition time before and after practice. Participants should use the bathroom, apply sunscreen and have bathing suits on prior to the start of practice. The shop is small, please do not bottleneck during transition. Allow for +10 mins for changing at the end of practice. 

Confirm attendance by May 5 through Google Calendar

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Spectrum Adventure Team Practice
May
7

Spectrum Adventure Team Practice

Back to the water! Today we are kayaking solo after a ground stroke school review water entry/exit and clean up we will paddle in the lagoon to learn Oakland donuts and paddling backwords!

Wear-

  • Bathing suit under clothes to practice.  If participant is planning to use a wetsuit, limit frilly suits.  

  • Rash guards are great for cover up and protection. 

  • Aqua socks or strap back sandals are recommended.  

  • Sunscreen/hat

No crocs on the dock!

Bring-

  • Water bottle (strap or carabiner is highly recommended)

  • Towel

  • Change of dry clothes

Parents: Arrive early if changing before practice is not feasible. Bathrooms are across from the corner of the SUP shop. Please allow for transition time before and after practice. Participants should use the bathroom, apply sunscreen and have bathing suits on prior to the start of practice. The shop is small, please do not bottleneck during transition. Allow for +10 mins for changing at the end of practice. 

Confirm attendance by May 5 through Google Calendar

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Spectrum Adventure Team Practice
Apr
30

Spectrum Adventure Team Practice

It's time! Let's get on the water!  Today we are kayaking tandem after a ground school session in PFD, strokes, working together, water entry/exit and clean up. 

Wear-

  • Bathing suit under clothes to practice.  If participant is planning to use a wetsuit, limit frilly suits.  

  • Rash guards are great for cover up and protection. 

  • Aqua socks or strap back sandals are recommended.  

  • Sunscreen/hat

No crocs on the dock!


Bring-

  • Water bottle (strap or carabiner is highly recommended)

  • Towel

  • Change of dry clothes

Parents: Arrive early if changing before practice is not feasible. Bathrooms are across from the corner of the SUP shop. Please allow for transition time before and after practice. Participants should use the bathroom, apply sunscreen and have bathing suits on prior to the start of practice. The shop is small, please do not bottleneck during transition. Allow for +10 mins for changing at the end of practice. 

Confirm attendance by April 28 through Google Calendar

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Spectrum Adventure Team Practice
Apr
23

Spectrum Adventure Team Practice

Obstacle Tuesday! Spring is the best time for obstacle course fun! Balloon toss, egg run, sack races, and three legged races are excellent challenges for all! 

Wear-athletic clothes, sneakers, mask

Bring-water bottle, snack, sensory aids

Parking is ample. There are public bathrooms at this location, shops nearby.

Confirm attendance through Google Calendar

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Spectrum Adventure Team Practice
Apr
16

Spectrum Adventure Team Practice

Start of Spring Season S2

Spot It Hike along the Big Trees Trail!  We start Spring Season S2 on a nature Scadventure Hunt. 

Wear- layers with hiking shoes, sneakers

Bring-water bottle and snack

We will provide Scadventure Hunt cards for everyone.

Park & Meet at Roberts Park Pool Parking Lot - 

10570 Skyline Blvd. This is our start and end point. 

Parent/Driver Note: If parents/drivers are dropping off, inform the ranger at the kiosk. Free parking is along Skyline or just in front of Big Trees Trail head. Otherwise, parking fees are required for inside of the Park. Car service and GPS often has a difficult time finding location and calls drop in this area. Plan accordingly for participant transportation needs.

Bathrooms at the park may not be operational. Safeway, Starbucks plaza is close by.

Confirm attendance through Google Calendar

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Spectrum Team Night
Mar
22

Spectrum Team Night

Join the evening of fun, games, climbing a movie! 

5p Dinner @ Arthaus Table

6p Fun w/Agility Games

6:30p Fun w/ Climbing

7p Lights out climbing

7:45p Movie

9:30p Start transition

10p Pick up

Bring-

Water bottle

Socks

Parents are welcomed and encouraged to take a date night! The Arthaus building has a cozy lobby to kick up your feet and read a book too!

Confirm Attendance through Google Calendar

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Spectrum Adventure Team Practice
Mar
19

Spectrum Adventure Team Practice

Fundamentals and Footwork is magic when it all comes together. Now that we have going up and down on the slab, lets learn HOW to climb. Wear layers, bring/wear socks and sneakers. No crocs or slides. We will try on climbing shoes today!

What to Wear? —Layers!

  • Athletic Clothes - capris or outgrown sweats w/the bottom trim cut (no bellbottoms or jeans)

  • Sneakers (not crocs or sandals)

  • Jacket

  • Cap works too!

  • Bring snack, water bottle/warm tea

Confirm attendance and shoe size through Google Calendar

Parent Note:

Last practice of Spring Season S1. 
Spring Season S2 starts: Apr 16

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Spectrum Adventure Team Practice
Mar
5

Spectrum Adventure Team Practice

Spotter Ready?! Ready! Boulder?! Boulder On! We are heading up the hill to start our climbing module! Today we review safety, commands, pad placement and care while sending the slab and exploring easy boulders

What to Wear? —Layers!

  • Athletic Clothes - capris or outgrown sweats w/the bottom trim cut (no bellbottoms or jeans)

  • Sneakers (not crocs or sandals)

  • Jacket

  • Cap works too!

  • Bring snack, water bottle/warm tea

Confirm attendance through Google Calendar

Reminder: Next week Coach will be recovering from surgery. Final practice for S1 is 3/19

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Spectrum Adventure Team Practice (make-up)
Jan
23

Spectrum Adventure Team Practice (make-up)

Changed: 1/22

Hello Team, I cant wait to see all of you! Due to physical needs of participants, we are going to hold off on ice skating until I can get staffing support and Oakland Ice Center to communicate our practice possibilities!

Let’s Bowl @ Plank in Jack London Square. There will be tv stimuli, but not strobe lights or loud music. Please bring stimulation aids for support. There will be lots of transitions between shoes, choosing ball, learning the game and taking turns. Please allow the process to happen organically!

Wear socks, layers. We will be close to the water and the place is spacious.

Plank Bowling & Bocce

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